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Sold on 03/23/2022

171 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02494

  • $1,897,000

    Last sold 03/23/2022 for $1.95M

  • 6

    bed

  • 6.5

    bath

  • 5,567

    Sqft ($350/Sqft)

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About 171 Central Ave

Property type House
Year built 1929
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 0.43 Acre
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
This elegant brick Colonial rivals new construction with a complete renovation by a respected New England developer. Stylish finishes and thoughtful detail create a modern yet functional ambience. The gourmet kitchen with a waterfall island adjoins a family room with a decorative gas fireplace and sliding doors to an outside patio. The first floor guest suite and library welcome you upon entry. The primary suite has a dressing area, plentitude of closets and a luxurious spa-like bathroom overlooking the expansive grounds. The third floor has two spacious bedrooms or alternatively can be used for a media or entertainment room. The lower level offers the ability to create a massive mud room and play area. There is additional storage and potential for a wine room. The outside receiving court for parking leads to a beautiful back yard that abuts town trails and Aqueduct. Enjoy the amenities that Needham has to offer with the convenience of Route 9 and 128.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Mizner Team
Listing Office - Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS Property Information Network, Inc. mls logo
MLS#72939802 • last updated 4 years ago
Movoto checked MLS Property Information Network, Inc. for data 8 minutes ago
Overview
Levels/Style Colonial
Type Single Family
SubType Detached
MLS # 72939802
SqFt 5567
Status Sold
Lot Size (Acre) 0.43
Property Tax 8578
Year Built 1929
Short Sale (Y/N) No
Foreclosure (Y/N) No
Interior
# Full Baths 6
Bathroom 2 Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
Bathroom 3 Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Primary Bathroom Yes
Bathroom 1 Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Pendant
# Half Baths 1
Primary Bedroom Bathroom - Full, Closet - Walk-in, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant
Bedroom 5 Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant, Window Seat
Bedroom 3 Bathroom - Full, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
Bedroom 2 Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
Bedroom 4 Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant, Window Seat
Total # of Bedrooms 6
Total # of Rooms 9
Add'l Room 3 Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Game Room
Family Room Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Exterior Access, Open Floor Plan, Slider, Tray Ceiling
Add'l Room 2 Home Office, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Recessed Lighting
Laundry Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Kitchen Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Tray Ceiling
Add'l Room 5 Bonus Room, Flooring - Laminate, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
Dining Room Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant, Tray Ceiling
Add'l Room 4 Exercise Room, Flooring - Laminate, Recessed Lighting
Add'l Room 1 Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Tray Ceiling, Bedroom
Basement Full, Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access, Garage Access
# Fireplaces 1
Exterior
Foundation Poured Concrete
Exterior Brick
Roof Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
Construction Frame, Brick
Garage/ Parking Under, Garage Door Opener
# Parking Spaces 4
# Garage Spaces 2
Exterior Features Patio, Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Stone Wall
Lot Desc Paved Drive
Amenities / Utilities
Electricity 110 Volts
Utility Connections For Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Utilities: Hot Water Natural Gas
Water Source City/Town Water
HOA Amenities Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access
Location
County Norfolk
Middle School Pollard
Elementary School Eliot
High School NHS
APN M:087.0 B:0052 L:0000.0, 142276
Lot/ Land Details
Road Type Public
$1.89M
Range: $1.44M-$2.35M
Last 30 days 
  • Mar 2022
    mls logo MLS # 72939802
  • Mar 23, 2022 Sold
    $1,950,000 (+2.7%)
  • Feb 22, 2022 Under Agreement
  • Feb 8, 2022 Contingent
  • Feb 4, 2022 Listed
    $1,898,000 (-4.4%)
  • Oct 2021
    mls logo MLS # 72902944
  • Oct 8, 2021 Listed
    $1,985,000 (+197.2%)
  • Jul 2020
    mls logo MLS # 72671898
  • Jul 28, 2020 Sold
    $668,000 (-1.6%)
  • Jun 15, 2020 Under Agreement
  • Jun 11, 2020 Listed
    $679,000
  • 171 Central Ave
    $1.95M
  • 02494
    $2.38M +70% y/y
  • Needham
    $1.78M -27% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
165 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02494 $1,234,000 3/1 720 0.01
161 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02494 $1,511,000 4/2 1,544 0.02
183 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02494 $1,188,000 3/2 909 0.03
170 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02494 4/3 1,872 0.03
164 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02494 $973,000 2/1 656 0.03
180 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02494 $1,176,000 3/1 830 0.04
43 Parkland Rd, Needham, MA 02494 $1,396,000 3/2 1,580 0.04
3 Gould St, Needham, MA 02494 $939,000 2/1 768 0.04

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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8/10
Eliot Elementary School
public Grades K-5
Needham School District
9/10
High Rock School
public Grades 6
Needham School District
9/10
Pollard Middle School
public Grades 7-8
Needham School District
10/10
Needham High School
public Grades 9-12
Needham School District
Source: GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.

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